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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, San Diego to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Corporations want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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